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2007 Program of Work

President: Shannon Ratliff, The CLINIC Pharmacy
Vice President/Chair: Cleo Sargent, H & R Block

Mission Statement

To provide proactive leadership to foster economic opportunity
and enhance our community’s quality of life to benefit
our members and the greater Richlands area.

Economic Development

Goal #1

Encourage and facilitate continuing growth and development of new and existing
businesses and the population in the greater Richlands area.

Objective: Assist in marketing to expand tourism in Tazewell County.

Objective: Assist Tazewell County in marketing the attractiveness of the
region as a place to live, work and thrive.

Goal #2

Advocate for business and community issues to improve the economic
opportunities in the greater Richlands area.

Objective: Remain actively involved with federal, state, county and local
governments.

Membership Services

Goal #3

Continue the pursuit of organizational excellence.

Objective: Sponsor and promote activities to enhance the quality of life for
the citizens of the greater Richlands area.

Objective: Obtain the active support and commitment of members and use
their knowledge and talent to improve the effectiveness of the
organization.

Objective: Maintain a strong financial position.

Objective: Obtain the active support and commitment of member
organizations on the Chamber’s Board of Directors.

Goal #4

Continually develop and improve partnerships with critical community
organizations.

Objective: Network with businesses in the community to enhance their
success.

Objective: Provide guidance and influence to improve local school systems.

Goal #5

Enhance and promote the value of membership in the Chamber.

Objective: Expand and develop membership by evaluating and addressing the
needs of current and potential members.

Objective: Provide networking events to promote business opportunities and
positive business relationships.

Objective: Regularly update members regarding chamber progress and
activities.

Objective: Provide regular business education programs for membership.

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